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What If… Science Counterfactuals w/ Adam Rutherford

Past Present Future

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Cultural Phenomena and Scientific Evolution

This chapter examines the randomness of cultural success and the nature of scientific discovery, questioning the narrative of individual brilliance in favor of context and timing. It also explores the implications of genetic understanding in politics and history, particularly through the lens of eugenics and notable historical examples.

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